Lichenin

Lichenin
Names
Other names
Lichenan; Moss starch
Identifiers
ChEBI
ChemSpider
  • none
ECHA InfoCard 100.014.323
UNII
Properties
(C6H10O5)x
Molar mass Variable
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Lichenin, also known as lichenan or moss starch, is a complex glucan occurring in certain species of lichens. It can be extracted from Cetraria islandica (Iceland moss). It has been studied since about 1957.

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